It wedding rehearsal day! Yay! Andrea's immediate family is here in Columbus. Jon's family came to town yesterday. The two families are looking forward to getting together with the bridal party and a few extra guests for the rehearsal and a casual dinner. The weather is looking iffy at best for Sunday's wedding, so it is likely that the ceremony will now be indoors. As my neighbor told me, though, no matter the weather, Sunday will be a beautiful day filled with joy. I look forward to sharing pictures with you as soon as I can.

In today's post, you'll enjoy a video demonstration of "tent cards" featuring the Awash in Beauty Suite used 3 different ways. The Awash in Beauty Suite is my favorite floral suite in the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog. The Designer Series Paper is GORGEOUS! I love the rich colors and pretty prints and patterns. The new Iridescent Pearls are just as lovely, so much so that I'm on my second pack of them. And the True Beauty Bundle is lovely and so versatile as you'll see in this video. 

Cutting & Scoring Dimensions for True Friend Card:

• Card base = 4 1/4" x 11", score at 5 1/2" on long side, fold in half.
• Card stock same color as card base = 4" x 5", score at 1", 2 1/2", 4" on long side
• Basic White for back = 5 1/4" x 4"
• Granny Apple Green card stock layer = 5 3/8" x 4 1/8"
• DSP = 5 1/4" x 4"

Cutting & Scoring Dimensions for Here For You Always Card:

• Card base = 4 1/4" x 11", score at 5 1/2" on long side, fold in half.
• Card stock same color as card base = 4" x 5", score at 1", 2 1/2", 4" on long side
• Basic White for back = 5 1/4" x 4"
• Granny Apple Green card stock layer = 5 3/8" x 4 1/8"
• Basic White card stock to die cut lattice = 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"
• Florals die cut from DSP

Cutting & Scoring Dimensions for True Friend Card:

• Card base = 4 1/4"  x11", score at 5 1/2" on long side, fold in half.
• Card stock same color as card base = 4" x 5", score at 1", 2 1/2", 4" on long side
• Basic White for back = 5 1/4" x 4"
• Granny Apple Green card stock layer = 5 3/8" x 4 1/8"
• Calypso Coral layer = 4 5/8" x 3 3/8", 1/2" x 3"
• Basic White layer = 4 1/2" x 3 1/4"

Stampin' Up! products used - Click on any link below to be directed to my online store or contact me to order.

Awash In Beauty Suite Collection (English) [158988] $78.75	True Beauty Bundle (English) [158984] $59.25	True Beauty Cling Stamp Set (English) [158976] $24.00	Organic Beauty Dies [158983] $42.00
Polished Pink Classic Stampin' Pad [155712] $8.00	Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin' Pad [147111] $8.00	Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad [147101] $8.00	Awash In Beauty 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [158973] $12.00
Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146990] $9.25	Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133676] $9.25	Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [122925] $9.25	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.25
Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236] $7.50	Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels [158987] $7.50	Polished Pink 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon [155714] $7.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00
Cutting Blades Multipack [152391] $12.00	Bone Folder [102300] $7.00	Mini Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [150673] $63.00	Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch [152709] $19.00
Label Me Fancy Punch [151297] $19.00	Banners Pick A Punch [153608] $24.00	Paper Snips [103579] $11.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $10.00
Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00	Stampin' Seal Refill [152814] $5.50	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $4.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.25	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $5.25	Simply Shammy [147042] $8.50

I can't help but think SUMMER when I look at the new Potted Geraniums Bundle. The Potted Geraniums Stamp Set & coordinating Geranium Dies are perfect for creating pretty cards to send during the summer months. You'll make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs) in my Potted Geraniums Class to Go. With 3 options to choose from, I have something for everyone.

Please order & pay by June 14th.

Choose the class option that's best for you:

Option 1: Potted Geraniums Class to Go = $72.00  Includes Potted Geraniums Bundle (stamp set & dies), supplies to make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs), PDF Tutorial sent via email, Priority Shipping.

Option 2: Card Supplies = $30.00  Includes supplies to make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs), PDF Tutorial sent via email, and shipping to your home. This option does NOT include Potted Geraniums Bundle needed to complete the cards in this class.

Option 3: PDF Tutorial Only = $15.00  Includes supply list, color photos, cutting dimensions and instructions to make 4 different cards. PDF Tutorial will be sent via email on or before June 14th. To purchase PDF Tutorial Only, click on PDF Store in the red bar at the top of this page.

Option 4: Join my team and get all of my Class to Go PDF Tutorials FREE.

Add Ons:  Those who purchase Option 1 or 2 have the option to add on the following Stampin' Up! products to their Potted Geraniums Class to Go order at catalog price without additional shipping charges.

• Black Momento Ink Pad @ $6.00
• Real Red Ink Pad @ $8.00
• Garden Green Ink Pad @ $8.00
• Crumb Cake Ink Pad @ $8.00
• Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder @ $10.00

Timeline for Potted Geraniums Class to Go:

• June 14th - Deadline to order & pay.
• June 15th - SU! products needed for Class to Go kits will be ordered.
• June 20th - 21st - Class to Go kits will be prepped, packaged, and labeled for shipping.
• June 22nd- Potted Geraniums Class to Go kits will ship.

To order Option 1 or 2, email me for link to order & pay by June 14th.

To order Option 3 PDF Tutorial Only, click on 'PDF Store' in the red bar at the top of this page. Tutorials are listed in alphabetical order and are available for immediate download upon purchase.

To make more fun summertime cards, consider purchasing the Pick of the Crop June 2022 Paper Pumpkin Kit. But hurry. You need to order by June 10th to receive this June kit. These kits make great summer fun for kids and families!

Oh, have you seen the new Sweet Songbirds Bundle? Oh, my is it ever cute. In this Facebook Live I put this adorable Sweet Songbirds Stamp Set and the coordinating Songbird Builder Punch to use. You'll get a glimpse of a few of our newest In Colors. AND I'll show you how to make a Double Z-Fold Fun Fold Card. I hope you find this video fun and full of helpful tips and creative inspiration.

 Double Z-Fold Card Cutting Dimensions:

• Large card base = 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", score at 2 1/8" and 4 1/4". Fold each score line in opposite direction to create z-fold.
• Small card base = 3 1/2" x 7", score at 1 3/8" and 3 1/2". Fold each score line in opposite direction to create z-fold.
• DSP = 2" x 5 3/8" (cut 2) and 4 1/8" x 5 3/8"
• Basic White card stock = 3 3/8" x 3 3/8", 2" x 3 3/8", 1 1/4" x 3 3/8"

And here's another Sweet Songbirds Double Z-Fold Card...

Stampin' Up! products used - Click on any link to be directed to my online store or contact me to order.

Sweet Songbirds Bundle (English) [158727] $34.00	Sweet Songbirds Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [158721] $19.00	Songbird Builder Punch [158726] $19.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $6.00
Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad [147115] $8.00	Parakeet Party Classic Stampin' Pad [159208] $8.00	Sweet Sorbet Classic Stampin' Pad [159216] $8.00	Tahitian Tide Classic Stampin' Pad [159210] $8.00
Mango Melody 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146989] $9.25	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] $9.25	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.25	Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236] $7.50
2022–2024 In Color™ 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [159253] $12.00	2022 2024 In Color Matte Decorative Dots [159186] $8.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Cutting Blades Multipack [152391] $12.00
Bone Folder [102300] $7.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $10.00	Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00	Stampin' Seal Refill [152814] $5.50
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $4.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.25

My Wild & Sweet Class to Go is selling fast. Order yours today!

I sure am excited about this post. I had SOOOOOO much fun demonstrating lots of Embossing Folder Techniques in a recent Facebook Live. You are going to love all the different ways of using embossing folders adding more value to your embossing folders. Embossing folders are a small thing that can make a BIG impact on our cards and paper crafts. The cards and techniques I show in this video feature Stampin' Up!'s brand new Fern 3D Embossing Folder. Definitely a new favorite embossing folder for me. I hope you find this video helpful and inspiring and fun too. I'd love to see how you use some of these easy and fun embossing folder techniques.

Cutting Dimensions:

• Card base = 4 1/4" x 11", score at 5 1/2" on long side, fold in half.
• Basic White card stock inside = 5 1/4" x 4"
• Basic White card stock for embossing = 4 3/4" x 3 1/2
• Card stock layers for So Saffron and Evening Evergreen cards = 4 7/8" x 3 5/8"
• 2 rectangle corner layers for Soft Succulent cards = 3" x 4 1/4" or size of your choice.
• Metallic Gold strips = 1/2" x 3 1/2"

The 2 cards below show the difference between the "embossed" and "debossed" sides of the card stock.

For the 2 cards below I applied Soft Succulent Ink to one side of the embossing folder with a Blending Brush, embossed the white card stock, then cleaned the embossing folder and then repeated the process inking the other side of the embossing folder before embossing the white card stock.

For the following 2 cards, I embossed the white card stock pieces, then applied ink. I used a Blending Brush to apply Evening Evergreen ink to the embossed card stock on the left and used a Stampin' Sponge to apply Evening Evergreen ink to the embossed card stock on the right. Two very different looks, a softer look versus a bolder look.

Stampin' Up! products used - Click on any link below to be directed to my online store or contact me to order.

Nature's Prints Bundle (English) [158801] $55.75	Nature's Prints Cling Stamp Set (English) [158793] $25.00	Natural Prints Dies [158800] $37.00	Fern 3 D Embossing Folder [158804] $9.00
Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Pad [155778] $8.00	Evening Evergreen Classic Stampin' Pad [155576] $8.00	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $10.25	So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [105118] $9.25
Soft Succulent 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155776] $9.25	Evening Evergreen 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [155574] $9.25	Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236] $7.50	Gold Foil Sheets [132622] $5.00
Soft Succulent 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon [155780] $7.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Cutting Blades Multipack [152391] $12.00	Bone Folder [102300] $7.00
Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $125.00	Blending Brushes [153611] $12.50	Stamping Sponges [141337] $4.00	Stampin' Spritzer [126185] $3.25
Label Me Fancy Punch [151297] $19.00	Label Me Lovely Punch [151296] $19.00	Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00	Stampin' Seal Refill [152814] $5.50
Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $4.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.25	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.25

Are you an animal lover or know someone who is?

Take a look at my Wild & Sweet Class to Go.

Well gosh, it's been a bit since I've posted to my blog. The past weeks have been a bit hectic and exhausting. I've been dealing with some family matters including working on wedding invitations, spending time with family over the Easter holiday, and helping a family member who became very ill last week. Fortunately, she is finally on the mend. In addition, I'm prepping kits for my highest number of participants ever for a recent class to go. Needless to say, that has put me behind in my social media posts, and I have missed it. I find that when I have to put my SU! business on the back burner at times for any reason, it confirms how much I love what I do and desire to do it more and better and for as long as I can. 

SO... moving on, I'm happy that I can jump back in this week. In today's post I'm sharing a very easy 6" x 6" One Sheet Wonder to make 2 cards. This is a card layout you can use over and over for any occasion you wish for making and sending cards. Please enjoy the video demonstration, then give this One Sheet Wonder a try. And afterwards, please share you creations on my Facebook Business Page Stampin' Peace with Mary Knabe or in my Stampin' Peace VIP Group to inspire others.

Cutting Dimensions to make 2 cards:

• Card Base (cut 2) = 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", score at 4 1/4" on long side, fold in half.
• Basic White card stock inside (cut 2) = 5 1/4" x 4"
• Cut DSP as shown in Video so that you have 2 pieces measuring 3" x 3 1/2" and 2 pieces measuring 3" x 2 1/2"
• Gold Foil (cut 2 pieces of each size) 3 1/4" x 3 3/4" and 3 1/4" x 2 3/4".
• Basic White strip (cut 2) = 3 3/4" x 3/4"

Stampin' Up! products used - Click on any link below to be directed to my online store or click here to order.

Artistically Inked Bundle (English) [155456] $53.00	Artistically Inked Cling Stamp Set [154542] $24.00	Artistic Dies [155371] $35.00	Pale Papaya Classic Stampin' Pad [155670] $7.50
Expressions In Ink 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [155464] $15.00	Gold Foil Sheets [132622] $5.00	Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100702] $8.75	Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [159276] $9.75
Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236] $7.50	Gilded Gems [152478] $7.00	Paper Trimmer [152392] $25.00	Cutting Blades Multipack [152391] $12.00
Bone Folder [102300] $7.00	Stampin' Pierce Mat [126199] $5.00	Everyday Label Punch [144668] $18.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $10.00
Stampin' Seal [152813] $8.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $4.00	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] $4.00	Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108] $4.00
Simply Shammy [147042] $8.00

JUST ANNOUNCED:

REMINDERS: 

Today, Tuesday, April 19th is the LAST DAY to order my Simply Succulents Class to Go. 

• Black Memento Ink Pad @ $6.00
• Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Pad @ $7.50
• Stampin' Blends at $9.00 each in Blackberry Bliss, Granny Apple Green, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Soft Succulent

Timeline for Simply Succulents Class to Go:

• April 19 - Deadline to register & pay.
• April 20 - SU! order will be placed for supplies needed for kits.
• April 25 - 27 - Kits will be prepped, packaged, and labeled for shipping.
• April 27 - Simply Succulents Class to Go kits will ship.

To purchase Option 1 or 2, please email me for link to order & pay.

To purchase Option 3, click on PDF STORE in red bar at the top of this page.

Join my 2022-2024 In Color Club Now:

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the 2022 - 2024 In Colors and think you will too. These colors debut on May 3rd in the 2022- 2023 Annual Catalog. If you're like me, you want all the new In Color products. I can help you acquire these without breaking the bank by purchasing them all at once. Join my 2022 - 2024 In Color Club. Each month for 5 months starting in May, you'll receive all of the In Color products of one color. By the end of the 5 months, you'll have a complete collection of all the new In Color products.

Pay nothing now. I will bill you monthly starting May 3rd. You will receive your products by the 15th of each month.

My In Color Clubs have been very popular with my customers in the past, and I'm excited to be offering it again this year.

Pay nothing now. I will bill you monthly starting May 3rd. You will receive your products by the 15th of each month.

BEST VALUE > I Want It All" In Color Club = $72/month including shipping 

Each month May - September, you will receive the following products in 1 of 5 New In Colors:

Classic Ink Pad

Re-inker

Stampin' Write Marker

Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (light & dark)

Pack of 8 1/2" x 11" Card Stock

8 sheets of 6" x 6" In Color Designer Series Paper

4 sheets of 6" x 6" Glimmer Paper

4 Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes

Bolt of ribbon

Bolt of Baker's Twine

Matte Decorative Dots

Handmade card

Surprise Stampin' Up! gift

"Just the Basics" In Color Club = $48/month including shipping

Each month May - September, you will receive the following products in 1 of 5 New In Colors:

Classic Ink Pad

Re-inker

Stampin' Write Marker

Pack of 8 1/2" x 11" Card Stock

Bolt of ribbon

Handmade card 

Click here to JOIN MY 2022 - 2024 IN COLOR CLUB

LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS available through May 2nd while supplies last only. Click here to see what products are still available. Many are discounted.

2022 - 2023 Annual Catalog

Last week, I shipped my first round of new Annual Catalogs. If you are not currently working with a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, I'd love to earn your business and would be happy to email you a complimentary catalog. Please email me your catalog request along with your mailing address.

Thanks for visiting Stampin' Peace with Mary Knabe. To never miss a post, please subscribe at the right. 

Have a great week!

• Black Memento Ink Pad @ $6.00
• Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Pad @ $7.50
• Stampin' Blends at $9.00 each in Blackberry Bliss, Granny Apple Green, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Soft Succulent

Timeline for Simply Succulents Class to Go:

• April 19 - Deadline to register & pay.
• April 20 - SU! order will be placed for supplies needed for kits.
• April 25 - 27 - Kits will be prepped, packaged, and labeled for shipping.
• April 27 - Simply Succulents Class to Go kits will ship.

To purchase Option 1 or 2, please email me for link to order & pay.

To purchase Option 3, click on PDF STORE in red bar at the top of this page.

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Stampin' Peace Hugs, my friends!

Spring is in the air. I love hearing the bird sing on my walks which was the inspiration for my Garden Birdhouses Class to Go. I've got something for everyone with 3 options to choose from. Choose the one that's best for you.

Please email me for link to order & pay by April 12th.

Option 1: Garden Birdhouses Full Class to Go = $42.00     Includes the Garden Birdhouses Stamp Set ($18 value), Linen Thread ($5 value), supplies to make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs), PDF Tutorial sent via email, Priority Shipping. Please email me for link to order & pay by April 12th.

Option 2: Card Supplies Kit = $32.00     Includes card supplies to make 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs), Linen Thread ($5 value), PDF Tutorial sent via email, shipping to your home. This option does NOT include Garden Birdhouses Stamp Set needed to complete the cards.Please email me for link to order & pay by April 12th.

Option 3: PDF Tutorial Only = $15.00     Includes supply list, color photos, cutting dimensions and instructions to make 4 different cards. PDF Tutorial can be purchased here on my blog. Click on PDF STORE in the red bar at the top of this page. PDF's are listed in alphabetical order and are ready for immediate download upon purchase.

Add Ons:  Those purchasing Option 1 or 2 above may add on any of the following Stampin' Up! products to their order at catalog price without additional shipping charges if you don't currently own them or you may substitute with something you have.

• Classic Stampin' Pads @ $7.50 each in Balmy Blue, Granny Apple Green, Mint Macaron
• Tuxedo Black Momento Ink Pad @ $6.00
• Stampin' Blends @ $9.00 in Balmy Blue, Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake, Daffodil Delight, Highland Heather, Pale Papaya
• Blending Brushes  

Timeline for Garden Birdhouses Class to Go

• April 12 - Deadline to order & pay.
• April 13 - I will order Stampin' Up! products needed for class to go kits.
• April 18-20 - Class to Go kits will be prepped, packaged, and labeled for shipping.
• April 20 - Garden Birdhouses Class to Go kits will ship.

To purchase Option 1 or 2, please email me for link to order & pay by April 12th.

To purchase Option 3, please click on PDF STORE in the red bar at the top of this page.

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Have an amazing week. Happy Spring and Happy Stamping!